Suspicious ActiveX installer detected
| suspicious-activex-installer-detected (19182) |  Medium Risk |
Description:
A suspicious ActiveX installer has been detected. A remote attacker could be attempting to install spyware on a victim's computer.
Consequences:
Gain Access
Remedy:
This check is for informational purposes only.
Use an up-to-date antivirus or spyware removal program to determine if the target computer is host to a spyware program.
References:
Platforms Affected:
- Microsoft Windows 2000
- Microsoft Windows 2003 Server
- Microsoft Windows 95
- Microsoft Windows 98
- Microsoft Windows 98SE
- Microsoft Windows Me
- Microsoft Windows NT 4.0
- Microsoft Windows XP
Reported:
Not available
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